- FIA changes rules, allowing 17-year-olds to race in F1.
- Kimi Antonelli, a Mercedes-backed driver, may debut before turning 18.
- Antonelli could replace Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes next season.
The FIA has changed its licensing rules, allowing 17-year-old drivers to compete in Formula One. This opens the possibility for Italian driver Kimi Antonelli, currently in Formula Two, to become the youngest F1 driver since Max Verstappen.
Antonelli, backed by Mercedes, may drive in Friday practice sessions before his 18th birthday on August 25th. Mercedes boss Toto Wolff supports Antonelli’s potential, hinting at a possible debut this season. This change has excited F1 fans eager to see Antonelli’s talent on the track.
